West Sussex · London and the South East
Drone Roof Survey in Abingworth
Drone roof surveys across Abingworth, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Chimney tops in poor condition
- Wind damage high on the roof
- Lead work pulling away at abutments
How a drone roof survey works in Abingworth
A drone shows the outside of a roof very well, but it cannot see under the coverings or into the loft. We check the loft from inside where it’s safe, since that is where leaks and condensation frequently show first. Together, the two give a fuller picture. Your report shows the drone photos alongside what we saw in the loft. Where the loft cannot be reached safely, we note it. If you’re worried about worn lead at chimneys and walls and cracked mortar along the ridge, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Abingworth are listed or in a conservation area. A look from the air or with a thermal camera does not touch the roof, so it is a gentle way to see the condition of an old roof. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, so check with the council first.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Where
- Abingworth (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Roof by roof
Valleys and parapet gutters
Blocked outlets in hidden gutters cause many leaks. We check outlets and photograph any build-up.
Ridges and hips
Loose ridge pieces can be lifted in a storm. Spotting them early stops them falling.
What we cannot see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A structural engineer’s report
- A flight on a day when the weather is not safe
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Tall and steep roofs
- Flat roofs on upper floors
- Large and complex roofs
- Fragile roofs
- Chimney stacks
Abingworth questions
Do you cover smaller places like Abingworth?
Yes. Abingworth is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is my home in Abingworth listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How do I book a survey in Abingworth?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
How much does a drone roof survey cost in Abingworth?
Drone roof survey starts from £400, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long does a drone roof survey take?
Typically, it takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. That includes checking the site and the weather before take-off.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit usually takes an hour or two at a house, including the airspace and weather checks before take-off. Older roofs in small places like Abingworth can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we check whether a drone is the right tool.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday, weather permitting.
- Aerial photos are taken of your roof only, not the neighbours’.
- Where there’s safe access, we check the loft as well.
- The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Drone roof surveys in Abingworth: local notes
With Parham House about 3.1 miles south-west, Abingworth sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. We fly a sub-250g drone and are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). In the open category, flights stay below 120 m (400 ft) and within sight.
Take a building like Thakeham Primary School: thermal images can show where wet insulation sits under a big flat roof. Take an older house close to The Parish Church of St Mary: thin or patchy insulation under an old roof frequently shows up clearly on a thermal image.
Abingworth is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. Abingworth is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our West Sussex coverage includes Abingworth and the places around it. You can also see our page for Brighton.
All of RH20 is within our area for drone roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a drone roof survey at a property on Abingworth Crescent, Chestnut Drive and Shelley Place or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Abingworth: Thakeham (1 mile north-east), Warminghurst (1 mile east), Heath Common (1 mile south-east), West Chiltington Common (1 mile west) and West Chiltington (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Abingworth
We work in homes and buildings around Rydon Community College, among other places. Abingworth’s nearest station is Pulborough station, roughly 3.9 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Abingworth include Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Places near Abingworth
More services for Abingworth
Landlord and commercial surveys in Abingworth
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.